Joe Cocker

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John Robert "Joe" Cocker OBE (20 May 1944 – 22 December 2014) was an English singer known for his distinctive, blues-inflected voice and energetic stage performances, which often included expressive body movements. Many of his most recognised singles, including "Feelin' Alright" and "Unchain My Heart", were covers of songs written by other artists, although he also co-wrote material for most of his albums, frequently collaborating with keyboardist and songwriter Chris Stainton. Cocker gained widespread attention with his debut album, which featured a cover of the Beatles' "With a Little Help from My Friends" as the title track. The song reached number one in the United Kingdom in 1968 and became a staple of his live performances, including at Woodstock, the Isle of Wight Festival in 1969, and the Party at the Palace in 2002. It was also used as the theme for the late 1980s American television series "The Wonder Years". His second album included another Beatles cover, "She Came In Through the Bathroom Window". A 1970 US tour, quickly organised by Cocker and Leon Russell, resulted in the live double album "Mad Dogs & Englishmen", featuring an all-star ensemble of musicians. Among Cocker’s later hits, his 1974 recording of "You Are So Beautiful" reached number five in the United States and became closely associated with him. His best-selling single was "Up Where We Belong", a 1983 duet with Jennifer Warnes that reached number one in the US and earned a Grammy Award.

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